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Millennial milestone: American Airlines receives 1,000th mainline aircraft

Source: American Airlines In the coming months, American will offer customers the premium travel experience of the Boeing 787-9 on select flights from DFW to Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) among other destinations. As American prepares to hit the century mark, the airline has reached a milestone, receiving its 1,000th mainline aircraft. The premium Boeing 787-9 aircraft with American’s recently launched Flagship Suite® seats arrived at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on Aug. 29. “We are excited to grow our fleet, adding even more aircraft that offer customers a premium travel experience,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “Looking forward to our next 100 years, we are focused on elevating and reimagining the onboard cabin experience along with every [...]

2025-09-02T20:53:54+03:00September 2nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

IATA Appoints Thomas Reynaert to Lead Global Advocacy

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Thomas Reynaert as Senior Vice President, External Affairs. From 1 September 2025, Reynaert will be responsible for coordinating IATA’s global advocacy efforts from its office in Brussels, Belgium. Reynaert joins IATA from IBM where he was Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs for Europe, the Middle East and Africa from 2023. Prior to IBM, Reynaert was the founding Managing Director of Airlines for Europe (A4E) and successfully ran A4E from 2016 to 2023. His experience in aviation and technology extends to aerospace, having spent the seven years prior to joining A4E at United Technologies as President, International Operations Europe, with a focus on government affairs. “It is critical [...]

2025-09-02T20:20:10+03:00September 2nd, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Frontier Airlines Launches Limited-Time Early Access to Its 2026-2027 GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Annual Pass

Source: Frontier Airlines Nearly Two Years of Unlimited Travel for Just $299* (Regularly $599) Frontier Airlines (Nasdaq: ULCC), America's Low Fare Airline, announced its biggest GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Annual Pass deal ever, providing even more value to new passholders who want to enjoy nearly two years of limitless adventures. Now through September 5, consumers can purchase Frontier Airlines' 2026-2027 GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Annual Pass for just $299* (regularly $599) - less than what a customer pays for a domestic ticket on other U.S. airlines** - and begin using it right away, rather than waiting for the standard travel period to begin in May 2026, providing an extra eight months of unlimited flights with Frontier.  "This is our most exciting GoWild! offer yet," [...]

2025-09-02T20:30:42+03:00September 2nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Boeing, Macquarie AirFinance Announce Order for 30 737 MAX Airplanes

Source: Boeing Lessor builds on first direct purchase in 2024, bringing 737-8 order book to 70 Macquarie AirFinance portfolio of over 300 owned and committed aircraft on lease to 84 airlines across 48 countries Boeing and Macquarie AirFinance announced today the lessor has increased its commitment to the 737 MAX with an order for 30 737-8 jets. The purchase was booked in July as unidentified on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website. With this order, Macquarie AirFinance will expand its 737 MAX portfolio to 70, providing its airline customers with access to the latest generation aircraft. The 737's large global customer base and low operating costs make it a cornerstone of most lessors' portfolios, representing approximately 30% of all financed airplanes. [...]

2025-09-02T20:27:29+03:00September 2nd, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

IATA: Passenger Demand Grows 4% in July

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 4.0% compared to July 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 4.4% year-on-year. The July load factor was 85.5% (-0.4 ppt compared to July 2024). International demand rose 5.3% compared to July 2024. Capacity was up 5.8% year-on-year, and the load factor was 85.6% (-0.4 ppt compared to July 2024). Domestic demand increased 1.9% compared to July 2024. Capacity was up 2.4% year-on-year. The load factor was 85.2% (-0.4 ppt compared to July 2024). “It’s been a good northern summer season for airlines. Momentum has grown over the peak [...]

2025-09-01T04:56:29+03:00September 1st, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Delta expands Boston’s gateway to Europe with new service to Madrid and Barcelona

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta strengthens Boston’s role as a premier global gateway with new nonstop service to Madrid and Barcelona, in addition to Nice and Milan  Delta is unlocking even more of Europe for Boston travelers with two brand-new nonstop routes: Madrid (MAD) launching May 16 and Nice (NCE) launching May 17. From sunlit coastlines to storied city streets, these routes bring Europe’s most iconic experiences closer to Boston than ever before. “As Boston’s leading airline, Delta plays a vital role in connecting the city to the world,” said Paul Baldoni, Senior Vice President of Network Planning. “By adding nonstop service to Madrid and Nice, we’re enhancing our European network and continuing our commitment to providing an exceptional travel [...]

2025-09-01T04:55:46+03:00September 1st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Spirit Airlines Takes Action To Build A Stronger Foundation And Future For America’s Leading Value Airline

Source: Spirit Airlines Commences voluntary restructuring process to implement financial and operational transformation to redesign network, optimize fleet and realign strategy with evolving marketplace Flights, ticket sales, reservations and operations continue Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc. , parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC ("Spirit" or the "Company"), today announced that it is executing a comprehensive restructuring of the airline to position the business for long-term success. To facilitate the process, the Company has filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the "Court"). Spirit intends to use the Chapter 11 process to implement the broad changes necessary to transition the Company for a sustainable future and position it to deliver the [...]

2025-09-01T03:44:49+03:00September 1st, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

H55 Accelerates North American Expansion with New Aircraft Battery Pack Manufacturing Facility in Canada

Source: H55 Over 100 systems already sold on the Bristell B23 Energic platform, as the company inaugurates its facility in the Canadian province of Quebec to continue supporting its customers Following the sale of the first 100 electric aircraft, H55, a global leader in certified electric propulsion systems for aviation, officially inaugurated today its new production site and engineering offices in Longueuil, located within Québec's aerospace innovation zone in eastern Canada. The new plant is manufacturing battery packs for customer aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. This marks H55's first North American location and the launch of its production operations in Canada. Today's inauguration not only celebrates H55's commitment to Canada but also the growing momentum of electric [...]

2025-08-28T22:19:50+03:00September 1st, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

July Air Cargo Up 5.5% According To IATA

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.5% compared to July 2024 levels (+6.0% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.9% compared to July 2024 (+4.5% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 5.5% in July, a strong result. Most major trade lanes reported growth, with one significant exception: Asia–North America, where demand was down 1.0% year-on-year. A sharp decline in e-commerce, as the US de minimis exemptions on small shipments expired, was likely offset by shippers frontloading goods in advance of rising tariffs for imports to the US. August will likely reveal more [...]

2025-09-01T06:43:33+03:00September 1st, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Reopening of Skytrain Station 1 restores full Concourse D service at Miami International Airport

Source: MIA Miami International Airport (MIA) has fully reopened its Concourse D Skytrain system with the return of Station 1. With all four stations now back in service, travelers can once again enjoy fast, seamless connections across MIA’s busiest concourse, home to 60 gates and millions of travelers each year. "The Skytrain’s return is such great news for our airport, our passengers, and our community. Thanks to the tireless work of the MIA team, we have restored a world-class amenity that makes travel easier and faster for millions of people each year. I know the temporary closure wasn’t easy for travelers, and I thank everyone for their patience and understanding. This reopening is a milestone that reflects progress, resilience, and [...]

2025-09-05T03:31:55+03:00August 29th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|